Entry Level Civil Engineer

Socket.dev; High Bridge (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

AKRF is seeking an Entry Level Civil Engineer for our High Bridge, New Jersey office. The role supports design of commercial, residential, and industrial sites in New Jersey, with a collaborative team environment and opportunities for growth.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, has 0-1 years of experience, and possesses or is pursuing FE/EIT certification. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, plus strong communication skills, are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• 0-1 years of work experience.
• FE/EIT certification preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities.
• Reliable transportation to access job sites with a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and modification of engineering documents including reports, specifications, plans, schedules, cost estimates, and design plans using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related software.
• Conduct field work such as soil testing for stormwater and septic systems, survey edits, and elevations using field equipment.
• Support site/civil design including concept plans, grading, drainage, utility design, stormwater management, and erosion control plans.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

The Civil Engineering Department at AKRF is seeking an Entry Level Civil Engineer to work in our High Bridge, New Jersey office. This individual will serve a key function in assisting our team to design commercial, residential, and industrial sites primarily in New Jersey. The potential candidate will have the opportunity to work in an environment of encouragement and collaboration.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation and modification of various engineering documents including reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, cost estimates, and design plans for projects using engineering and design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.) and equipment.
• Field work consisting of soil testing for proposed stormwater management systems and septic systems, field edit of survey work, collection of elevations using various field equipment.
• Site/civil design including concept plans, site layout, grading, drainage, utility design, stormwater management design, landscape and lighting design, and soil erosion and sediment control plans.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• 0-1 years of work experience
• FE/EIT certification preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities.
• Reliable transportation to access job sites, on occasion, with a valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Demonstrate ability to follow direction and work in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience with computer aided drafting software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Compensation

Compensation will range from $70K - $75K, and commensurate with experience.

Why Work at AKRF

Founded in 1981, AKRF is an award-winning consulting firm with 400 planners, engineers, designers, economists, ecologists, geologists, historians, archaeologists, acousticians, and many other types of professionals guided by the belief that to be original is to be transformative.

Professionals join and remain at AKRF for our corporate-casual environment that values flexible work schedules and locations, and balances award-winning projects with social impact initiatives, charitable giving, and plenty of fun and games. We foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where employees are respected and valued in honor of their identities; we strive to deliver on this promise every day.

What We Offer

We provide employees with a benefit package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The benefits program at AKRF includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Vacation and Sick time
• Flexible work schedules and locations
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Stock Ownership
• Tuition ReimbursementTraining and professional development courses
• Opportunities for community outreach through internal networks
• Charitable donation match
• Transit/parking program

Work Authorization Disclaier

Applicants should be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time they apply. Please note that AKRF is not able to sponsor employment visas for this position, now or in the future.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon verification of authorization to work in the United States, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Equal Opportunity Company

AKRF enforces a policy of equal employment opportunity in our daily operations. The firm has a demonstrated history of hiring, training, developing, promoting and retaining minority group members and women. All employment-related decisions are based solely on relevant criteria and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, caregiver status, military/veteran status or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.